Sorrento – Positano
Ferries to Italy
Sorrento – Positano
Ferries to Italy
The Sorrento to Positano ferry is available with 4 operators and runs all year round. The ferry from Sorrento to Positano takes around 53 minutes on most ferries operating this crossing. The duration for the Sorrento to Positano ferry can range from 30 minutes to 1 hour 25 minutes depending on the operator that you choose to book with.
There are 81 weekly sailings from Sorrento to Positano. NLG offer up to 4 sailings per day, Positano Jet offer up to 14 weekly sailings, Alilauro Gruson offer up to 3 sailings per day and Seremar offer up to 14 weekly sailings. Please keep in mind that ferry schedules usually increase during the summer when demand is high.
The earliest ferry departs Sorrento Port at 09:00 and the last ferry departs at 19:40. Ferry schedules can vary by operator and season.
NLG provide the fastest ferry from Sorrento to Positano in 30 minutes.
Fast ferries from Sorrento to Positano typically cost around A$144.
There are no cabins on the Sorrento to Positano ferry route due to its short sailing duration.
Yes, pets are welcome onboard ferries sailing from Sorrento to Positano with NLG and Positano Jet. However, please ensure that your dog remains on a lead throughout the journey. Smaller animals must be transported in a cage or carrier.
Passengers travelling with NLG can take 1 piece of luggage with a maximum size of 50x30x15 cm and a maximum weight of 5 kilograms. Meanwhile, passengers travelling with Positano Jet can bring only 1 piece of hand luggage measuring up to 55x40x20 cm for a $2 fee.
Yes, you can travel as a foot passenger on all ferries from Sorrento to Positano.
The price of a ferry from Sorrento to Positano can vary between $53 and $208 depending on the operator, season and whether you are travelling with a vehicle. The average price of a foot passenger is $93, prices can range from $45 and $184. All ferry prices can change from season to season.
Prices subject to change, pricing representative of searches over last 30 days. Please be aware that the prices shown do not include booking fees.
Discover the cheapest ferry tickets available by using our deal finder. We suggest that you book in advance to guarantee the best possible prices and availability on the Positano ferry.
The most convenient way of travelling from Sorrento to Positano is by ferry. With 11 sailings departing per day, you are sure to find the perfect ferry for your travel plans. However, there are alternative ferries if you require additional flexibility including the Naples to Positano ferry.
Yes, you can easily take a day trip from Sorrento to Positano by ferry. If you take the 09:00 ferry with NLG, you will arrive in Positano at around 10:25. This will give you plenty of time to explore Positano and get back for the final departure.
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| Sorrento - Positano Route summary | ||
|---|---|---|
| Departure Country | Italy | |
| Destination Country | Italy | |
| No. of Operators | 3 | |
| Operators | Alilauro Gruson, NLG & Positano Jet | |
| Average Price | A$141* | |
| Average Weekly Sailings | 4 | |
| Average Sailing Duration | 40m | |
| Fastest Sailing Duration | 30m | |
| First Ferry | 09:00 | |
| Last Ferry | 16:10 | |
| Distance | 6 nautical miles | |
* Prices subject to change, pricing is taken from last 30 days, last updated 2024-11-05.
The ferry route between Sorrento and Positano operates throughout the entire year, ensuring consistent service regardless of the season. Travellers can count on this route to be available whenever they plan their journey, making it a reliable choice for year-round travel.
There are no cabins on ferries from Sorrento to Positano.
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